1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1976 Simca 1100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 1967 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 124 | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | 124 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 47 L |
